Category: Car Accident

Prescription medications help people manage illnesses and can improve one’s quality of life, and many people can take their drugs without any side effects. However, others experience problems, like weight gain, weight loss, dizziness, or extreme fatigue. Driving while under the influence of a prescription medication can be hazardous and even lead to a car[…] Read More

A car accident can cause minor or severe bodily injuries, and victims are often focused on treating their physical ailments that they overlook the emotional trauma. According to a National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) study, close to 40 percent of motor vehicle accident survivors develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a serious mental[…] Read More

Being seriously injured as a passenger in a car accident can be a traumatic experience, and it can turn someone’s life upside down. If someone has suffered a serious injury that was caused by negligent or reckless driving, then they have legal rights. If a passenger is seriously injured in a car or tractor trailer[…] Read More

This summer is becoming the busiest season for travelers across the United States. Now that Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions are lifting, people are anxious to get back out on the road. According to a Cox Automotive COVID-19 Consumer Impact Study, an overwhelming 65 percent of travelers prefer driving over any other method of transportation, which means[…] Read More

Traffic fatalities have been on the rise in recent years across the United States, which has federal and local officials very concerned. The National Safety Council (NSC) recently formed Road to Zero Coalition, which aims to eliminate traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways by 2050. The NSC says its ad-hoc coalition has identified three primary areas[…] Read More

Car manufacturers provide turn signals in all vehicles so drivers can signal their intentions to other motorists. Knowing what other drivers are doing is just one way to stay safe on the road. When another driver fails to use turn signals appropriately, that alone can cause serious car accidents and injuries. Not only is it[…] Read More

Car accidents are often severe and traumatic for everyone involved. When a car crash happens, those involved are caught by surprise and must regain their bearings to understand what just happened. When it becomes apparent that a drunk driver is to blame for the collision, the reactions can be even more volatile. After being hit[…] Read More

Summer is one of the most dangerous times of the year for motorists. Studies from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) show that drivers are at a higher risk of getting into a car accident in the summer months. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, car accidents increase, especially among teenage drivers. This time[…] Read More

Car accidents have become one of the most common insurance claims in the United States. Car accidents range in severity, but each collision can be dangerous. No matter the circumstances or results of a car accident, it can be a traumatic experience with both short-term and long-term repercussions. Initial disorientation can give way to prolonged[…] Read More